Delicious Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe for a Festive Treat This Holiday Season

The holiday season is all about joy and indulgence, and what better way to celebrate than with a sweet treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat?

Christmas puppy chow, also known as muddy buddies, is a delightful mix of crispy cereal coated in chocolate and dusted with powdered sugar.

It’s the perfect snack for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

For this festive Christmas puppy chow recipe, gather both dry and wet ingredients to create a delightful chocolate-coated snack that everyone will love.

Dry Ingredients

• 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup festive holiday sprinkles (optional)

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

This Christmas puppy chow recipe is simple and fun to make. Follow these step-by-step instructions to create this festive treat.

Prep

1. Gather all the ingredients: 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal 1 cup of powdered sugar 1 cup of optional holiday sprinkles 1 cup of creamy peanut butter 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
2. Measure out the Rice Chex cereal and place it in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

Mix

1. In a medium saucepan over low heat combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips butter and peanut butter.
2. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla extract.

Coat

1. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal in the large mixing bowl.
2. Gently fold the cereal and chocolate together until all the pieces are evenly coated.

1. Transfer the coated cereal to a large resealable plastic bag or another mixing bowl.
2. Add the powdered sugar and optional holiday sprinkles.
3. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and shake gently until the cereal is thoroughly coated in the powdered sugar and sprinkles.
4. Spread the puppy chow out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to set for about 30 minutes.
5. Once set break apart any clumps and store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Storage Tips

To keep my Christmas puppy chow fresh and delicious, I follow a few simple storage tips. After the mix has set completely on the baking sheet, I transfer it to an airtight container. This helps prevent any moisture from getting in and keeps the puppy chow crispy.

1. Room Temperature Storage: I store my Christmas puppy chow in a cool, dry place at room temperature. It can stay fresh for up to two weeks when sealed properly in an airtight container.
2. Refrigeration: If I anticipate keeping it longer, I sometimes put it in the fridge. This works well for prolonging freshness, but I prefer to let it come to room temperature before enjoying it again to maintain the perfect texture.
3. Freezing: For extended storage, I freeze my puppy chow. I place it in a freezer-safe bag, squeezing out excess air to avoid freezer burn. It can last up to three months in the freezer. When I’m ready to enjoy some, I thaw it in the fridge overnight and then bring it to room temperature.

Conclusion

I can’t wait for you to try this Christmas puppy chow recipe. It’s such a fun and festive treat that brings a little joy to any holiday gathering.

The combination of chocolate and peanut butter with that crunchy cereal is simply irresistible.

Whether you’re sharing it with family and friends or enjoying it during a cozy night in, this snack is sure to be a hit.

Plus it’s super easy to make and store, so you can whip up a batch whenever the holiday spirit strikes.

Happy snacking and Merry Christmas!

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